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But one theory is that the recent hot weather was to blame for the blaze.

The fire-hit Trent Vale allotment

Ron, aged 69, of Hanford, said: "I saw the flames and was shocked by how quickly the fire spread. I have lost all seven sheds. I had rubber lining on the roofs and I think that is why it spread so quickly.

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"Luckily all of my animals are all right after being saved. Now I have to clear everything up and cultivate the land to start again by getting replacement sheds."

The fire-hit Trent Vale allotment

Animal rescuer James Burkitt jumped into action after seeing the fire.

The 20-year-old, of Trent Vale, said: "I was going to my mate's allotment when I saw all the smoke. I thought I needed to do something so I went to save the animals. The smoke and flames didn't bother me because I knew I needed to do something."

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Fire crews from Loggerheads, Eccleshall and Stone attended the incident. They received the call as Staffordshire Fire and Rescue Service was already dealing with a number of grass fires across the area.

A brigade spokesman said: “The incident involved seven sheds and other sections of the site. Crews left the scene by 9pm. The cause of the fire has still to be determined.”